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343: [WORK] Golden Handcuffs in Healthcare: How to Break Free Without Losing It All
In this episode we cover the sneaky phenomenon of golden handcuffs in healthcare—those perks, paychecks, and benefits that look incredible on paper but can leave you feeling stuck in a job that no longer serves you.
Whether it’s a schedule you fought hard for, the lure of student loan forgiveness, or the prestige of working at a big-name institution, these “benefits” can sometimes act more like shackles than steppingstones. Tracy breaks down:
What golden handcuffs are and how they show up in medicine.
How to assess your situation—mild, moderate, or severe.
The sustainability question: is it worth staying for loan forgiveness, or is the cost too high?
Practical strategies to pad your safety net, identify what you truly value, and start building an escape plan.
Real-life inspiration from clinicians who’ve made bold pivots toward more fulfilling careers.
If you’ve ever felt trapped by the very perks that were supposed to keep you happy, this episode is for you.
👉 Tune in and learn how to spot the shiny shackles, assess their hold, and start moving toward a career that feels like freedom.
Keywords: golden handcuffs healthcare, PA career advice, breaking free from golden handcuffs, student loan forgiveness PA, healthcare career sustainability, toxic work culture medicine, physician associate negotiation tips, PA burnout solutions, healthcare perks vs. traps, prestige in medicine careers, PA schedule benefits, PA salary trade-offs, healthcare provider career pivot, recognizing burnout in clinicians, thriving in medicine
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By Tracy Bingaman, PA-C | The Money PA | Physician Assistant | Physician Associate
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In this episode we cover the sneaky phenomenon of golden handcuffs in healthcare—those perks, paychecks, and benefits that look incredible on paper but can leave you feeling stuck in a job that no longer serves you.
Whether it’s a schedule you fought hard for, the lure of student loan forgiveness, or the prestige of working at a big-name institution, these “benefits” can sometimes act more like shackles than steppingstones. Tracy breaks down:
What golden handcuffs are and how they show up in medicine.
How to assess your situation—mild, moderate, or severe.
The sustainability question: is it worth staying for loan forgiveness, or is the cost too high?
Practical strategies to pad your safety net, identify what you truly value, and start building an escape plan.
Real-life inspiration from clinicians who’ve made bold pivots toward more fulfilling careers.
If you’ve ever felt trapped by the very perks that were supposed to keep you happy, this episode is for you.
👉 Tune in and learn how to spot the shiny shackles, assess their hold, and start moving toward a career that feels like freedom.
Keywords: golden handcuffs healthcare, PA career advice, breaking free from golden handcuffs, student loan forgiveness PA, healthcare career sustainability, toxic work culture medicine, physician associate negotiation tips, PA burnout solutions, healthcare perks vs. traps, prestige in medicine careers, PA schedule benefits, PA salary trade-offs, healthcare provider career pivot, recognizing burnout in clinicians, thriving in medicine
ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING https://www.advancedpracticeplanning.com/
CONNECT
FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call
1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate
CONNECT WITH TRACY 🤝
LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/
INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/
WEBSITE https://www.tracybingaman.com
🎁 Bonus Freebie: Grab your free guide with 48 healthcare-specific side hustle ideas at 👉 tracybingaman.com/gig
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